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Supporting the people of the Togolese Republic in their desire for free, fair, and open elections and the establishment of a democratic, representative government.

Introduced: April 21, 2005 Introduced by: McCollum, Betty Democratic · Minnesota See on congress.gov
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 Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps
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Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Apr 26, 2005
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Relations.
Apr 21, 2005
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Apr 21, 2005
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Supports the people of the Togolese Republic in their desire for free elections and a democratic government.

Calls on Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to encourage the Government of Togo and the Togolese people to seek a peaceful transition to a democratically elected government.

Recognizes the positive steps taken by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), and encourages ECOWAS to continue monitoring and promoting democracy in Togo and in its other member countries.

Encourages the African Union, the international community, and recognized international organizations to monitor the presidential elections and post-election activities in Togo.

Requests the Department of State to determine the legitimacy of the April 2005 elections.

What's happening now April 26, 2005

Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Relations.

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